Manufacturing Engineer

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Immediate Hire Needed in Vandalia, IL | Salary: $110,000 - $130,000

Drive World‑Class Manufacturing in Vandalia, IL. Join our dynamic, high‑urgency manufacturing team where innovation and continuous improvement are paramount. We are aggressively expanding and committed to achieving a world‑class manufacturing environment, and we need an experienced leader to help us get there.

We are seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer with 3‑5 years of hands‑on experience to join us ASAP. If you are a proven problem‑solver, thrive in a fast‑paced setting, and are eager to make a tangible, immediate impact on production processes, we want to hear from you. Experience in rubber molding is highly preferred.

• Continuous Improvement Leadership:
  Identify, lead, and rapidly implement critical manufacturing improvement projects focused on reducing variability, minimizing costs, and enhancing overall quality.
• Process Optimization & Control:
  Develop, validate, and implement robust process controls to consistently meet demanding safety, quality, and production targets.
• Urgent Shop‑Floor Support:
  Provide immediate, expert technical process support to the production floor, troubleshooting complex issues with urgency.
• Statistical Analysis & Capability:
  Utilize advanced statistical tools and methodologies to drive process development, optimization, and formally assess the capability of new manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Process Documentation:
  Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including Flow Diagrams, FMEAs, Control Plans, Process Sheets, and Work Instructions.
• Equipment Integration & Automation:
  Establish processes and procedures for the successful integration of new manufacturing equipment, including configuring and optimizing controls.
• Engineering Change Management:
  Expertly evaluate, approve, and implement process‑related Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), ensuring accurate documentation updates.
• Quality & Compliance:
  Develop and implement error‑proofing systems (Poka‑Yoke) at critical stages, and ensure ongoing CQI‑12 compliance.

• Experience:
  
  3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a high‑volume production environment.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Industry Preference:
  Proven experience in rubber molding, chemical coating/treatment processing, or a related material conversion field is highly preferred.
• Technical Expertise:
  Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Control Systems Knowledge:
  Hands‑on experience with industrial control software: CNC and PLC programming/troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Omron).
• Software Proficiency:
  Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat).

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 (commensurate with experience and capabilities).
• Work Environment: A blend of office work and active support on the manufacturing floor (exposure to moderate to high noise levels and varying temperatures; hearing protection is required).

• Competitive Pay:
  An excellent salary for experienced engineers in the $110K - $130K range.
• High Visibility & Impact:
  Be the go‑to expert, driving process strategy and working directly with the Director of Operations.
• Autonomy & Ownership:
  Take full ownership of critical improvement projects and drive your initiatives from concept to completion.

To Apply:

Your Expertise is Needed Now! If you are an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to take on a high‑impact role and can join us ASAP, apply today!